ATI RN
ATI Pediatric Nursing n100 Exam Questions
Extract:
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Question 1 of 5
The nurse is concerned about a client's ability to withstand exposure to pathogens. What blood component should the nurse monitor?
Correct Answer: A
Rationale: White blood cells are critical to the immune response, and monitoring their count assesses the client's ability to fight infections.
Extract:
A client under extreme stress.
Question 2 of 5
A client who is under extreme stress will have an increased production of antidiuretic hormone (ADH) and aldosterone. The nurse should expect a decrease in which clinical finding?
Correct Answer: B
Rationale: Increased ADH and aldosterone promote water retention, reducing urinary output to conserve fluid volume during stress.
Extract:
A 60-year-old recovering from a heart attack.
Question 3 of 5
The nurse is prioritizing the day's interventions. Which client should be the first to be taught about the hazards of straining when having a bowel movement?
Correct Answer: B
Rationale: Straining can increase intra-abdominal pressure, risking arrhythmias or cardiac stress in a heart attack recovery patient.
Extract:
An older adult client experiences a change in mental status.
Question 4 of 5
An older adult client experiences a change in mental status. Which assessment finding represents a critical thinking approach?
Correct Answer: D
Rationale: Understanding the history of onset provides critical information about potential causes, aiding in formulating appropriate interventions.
Extract:
A client with a history of deficient fluid volume.
Question 5 of 5
The nurse assesses a client with a history of deficient fluid volume. What are the most accurate findings for this fluid volume status? (SELECT ALL THAT APPLY)
Correct Answer: B,C,D
Rationale: Skin turgor tenting, elevated hematocrit due to hemoconcentration, and dry, sticky oral mucous membranes are accurate indicators of deficient fluid volume, reflecting dehydration.